Jennifer C. Pierstorff
Clarksville, TN
Mixed Media Visual Artist and Storyteller, Wonky World abstract portraits, expressive marks and imagery infused in each piece. Nashville, TN.
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Jennifer C. Pierstorff, Visual Artist
Artist Biography
Jennifer C. Pierstorff’s journey is marked by resilience and profound connection between art and healing. She confronts multiple invisible disabilities, turning that struggle into fuel for her art. For her, art is not just a creative process but a purpose that has saved her life. The immersive state of flow in her artistic practice provides a sanctuary for play, meditation, and joy. Her belief that Art is Life reflects the transformative power she found in the creative process.
Jennifer’s art serves as a therapeutic outlet, incorporating color, shapes, texture, and various mediums to address the balance required for healing her mind, body, and soul. She completed her Studio Art degree, at the University of Vermont, with a painting specialty. Her established presence in art exhibitions across multiple states reflects the widespread recognition of her creative endeavors over the past two decades.
Jennifer’s commitment to her art has flourished in the vibrant art scene of Clarksville, TN where she has been steadily building an extensive collection since moving here in July 2019. Notably, her turtles, figures and wonky world faces have gained popularity. She also does special commissions. She is member of the Downtown Artist Cooperative Gallery and the Nashville Artist Guild. Her work is currently at Trazo Meadery (Clarksville), Downtown Artists Cooperative Gallery (Clarksville), Le Purleui Facility Planners (Nashville), and Williamson County Enrichment Center (Franklin).
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Jennifer C. Pierstorff, Visual Artist
Artist Statement
My art is an exploration of the vibrant, the lush, and the wonderfully weird. Through a kaleidoscope of colors and forms, I seek to create a world that is both familiar and fantastical—a place where wild, wonky shapes dance in celebration of life’s complexities. My work is rooted in the belief that art can be a powerful force for positivity and transformation. By incorporating elements of botanical beauty and surreal, eclectic compositions, I invite viewers to step into a space where the ordinary becomes extraordinary.
At the heart of my creative process is a desire to inspire and uplift. The energy that flows through my work is driven by a commitment to positive affirmations and the power of manifestation. Each piece is crafted with the intention of sparking joy, encouraging movement, and reminding us of the limitless potential within ourselves. I strive to capture the duality of life—its sadness and joy—through a blend of detailed mark-making and free expression. This balance reflects the complexity of the human experience, where beauty and pain coexist in a delicate dance.
My art is deeply influenced by recurring themes of health and healing. The vibrant, energizing colors and intricate patterns I use are not just aesthetic choices but are meant to be therapeutic, a visual reminder of resilience and the healing power of creativity. The botanical motifs that weave through my work symbolize growth, renewal, and the natural cycles of life, echoing the importance of nurturing both body and spirit.
In creating these works, I am guided by an eclectic mix of inspirations, from expressionism’s bold emotion to surrealism’s dreamlike beauty. The result is a body of work that is at once detailed and free, complex yet wonderfully uplifting. I embrace the contradictions within each piece—the tension between control and spontaneity, the interplay of sadness and joy—because they mirror the intricate nature of our own lives.
Ultimately, my art is about connection. It’s about connecting with the viewer on a deep emotional level, using color, shape, and movement to communicate what words often cannot. It’s about connecting with the natural world, drawing inspiration from the lush, botanical beauty that surrounds us. And it’s about connecting with oneself, encouraging a moment of reflection, positivity, and perhaps, a bit of wild, wonky joy.
Through my work, I hope to create a space where people can pause, breathe, and feel something powerful—a spark of inspiration, a sense of wonder, a moment of peace or even sadness. In a world that can often feel overwhelming, I want my art to be a reminder of the beauty, the complexity, and the sheer joy of being alive.